| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | T | ODDS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 9.5 |
| CHC | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | -125 |
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Toronto Blue Jays vs
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Blue Jays set to take on Cubs at Wrigley Field in interleague matchup, Toronto favored to win with Hendricks on the mound
The Toronto Blue Jays (57-64) are set to face off against the Chicago Cubs (59-63) in interleague play at Wrigley Field. Both teams are coming off losses earlier in the week, with Toronto falling to the Los Angeles Angels and Chicago losing to the Cleveland Guardians. Rookie Yariel Rodriguez will start for the Blue Jays, while veteran Kyle Hendricks takes the mound for the Cubs. Hendricks holds a higher ERA compared to Rodriguez. Chicago is favored to win with the current line at -125.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Blue Jays +113 | Cubs -125
- Spread: Blue Jays +1.5 (-180) | Cubs -1.5 (+159)
- Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 56%.
Toronto vs Chicago Stats
Toronto Blue Jays
The Toronto Blue Jays have been struggling this season, currently in last place in the AL East. Despite a decent offensive performance with a .239/.313/.384 slash line and averaging 4.17 runs per game, the team has had difficulty getting wins. Right fielder George Springer has been particularly struggling with a .667 OPS. On the pitching side, rookie righty Yariel Rodriguez has shown promise with a 3.60 ERA in 12 starts. Overall, the Blue Jays have a power ranking of 22, ranking 22nd in offense, 26th in defense, and holding a 57-64 record this season.
Chicago Cubs Analysis
The Chicago Cubs have been performing at an average level this season, currently fourth in the NL Central. Their offense ranks 20th in the league with a .695 team OPS and scoring 4.2 runs per game, while also demonstrating aggressiveness on the bases with 103 stolen bases. Right fielder Seiya Suzuki has been a standout player with a .266/.338/.476 slash line, 16 home runs, 55 RBI, and 10 stolen bases. Despite this, veteran right-hander Kyle Hendricks has struggled on the mound with a 3-10 record, a 6.60 ERA, and 18 home runs allowed in 91.1 innings. The Cubs have a power ranking of 6 and are #21 for offense, #10 for defense, with an overall record of 59-63. Toronto has recently won 2 out of 3 matchups against them.
Blue Jays Expected to Secure Road Victory with Disparate Starting Pitcher Performances
When evaluating the performance of the starting pitchers post-All-Star break, there is a disparity in results. Yariel Rodriguez holds a record of 0-2 with a 3.24 ERA and a .197 batting average against over 16.2 innings in four starts, whereas Kyle Hendricks stands at 1-3 with a 6.00 ERA and a 1.51 WHIP in 21.0 innings across four starts during the same period. In terms of recent offensive output, Toronto has averaged 4.33 runs in their last six games, while Chicago has scored four runs in their previous five games. Given these factors, the Toronto Blue Jays are expected to secure a road victory.
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